Historical Docu-Project Casting in Philadelphia
Job Description:
Casting non-union actors for a historical documentary project filming in Philadelphia. This production will bring to life real stories of remarkable women during the Revolutionary War era. Roles include strong, confident, and intellectually driven women who reflect the diverse history and spirit of early America.
Job Responsibilities:
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Portray historically inspired characters authentically and accurately
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Follow direction from the production team to capture the tone and style of the period
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Collaborate with fellow actors to bring historical narratives to life
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Maintain professionalism on set and be fully available for assigned shoot dates
Requirements:
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Non-Union talent only
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Must be available for filming on specific dates depending on the role
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Must be able to work locally in Philadelphia (no travel or lodging provided)
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Strong understanding of historical storytelling preferred
Character Breakdowns:
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DINAH (Black woman, 25–55): Strong, active, and astute. Formerly enslaved servant later manumitted. Confident, dignified, and historically remembered for saving Stenton during the Revolutionary War.
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MARY “POLLY” NORRIS DICKINSON (White woman, 25–45): Refined Quaker woman and intellectual heiress with natural elegance and modest charm. Married to revolutionary leader John Dickinson.
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HANNAH SHARP BREINTNALL (White woman, 30–60): Practical, warm, and social. A Philadelphia businesswoman managing her family’s eyewear shop. Strong presence with modest Quaker style.
Compensation:
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$400/day (for lead roles)
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Male Narrator for Historical Museum Documentary
Job Description
A paid non-union documentary is seeking a male actor to portray a modern-day narrator for a historical film produced for the Hampton History Museum in Hampton, Virginia. This 30-minute documentary explores the events surrounding the Battle of Hampton and the lives of Patriots, Loyalists, and civilians during the American Revolution. The ideal performer will deliver historical narration in a relatable, conversational style while bringing authenticity and emotional depth to the story.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform as the lead modern-day narrator in a historical documentary.
- Deliver scripted narration in a natural and engaging conversational style.
- Memorize dialogue and perform confidently on camera.
- Collaborate with the director to achieve an authentic performance.
- Participate in one scheduled filming day.
Requirements
- Male, ages 20–30s.
- Open to all ethnicities.
- Strong on-camera presence and storytelling ability.
- Comfortable memorizing scripted dialogue for the audition and filming.
- Able to deliver historical material with warmth, clarity, and authenticity.
- Available to film in Hampton, Virginia.
Compensation
- $250 per day.
- Prominent screen credit in the completed documentary.
Job Description
A paid documentary video project is casting native speakers of multiple languages for a production in New York City. This opportunity is for a well-known technology company seeking authentic voices to participate in a documentary-style video.
Casting directors are looking for individuals who are comfortable on camera and can speak naturally in their native language. This is an excellent opportunity for multilingual talent to appear in a professional commercial production.
Job Responsibilities
- Participate in a documentary-style video shoot.
- Speak naturally and authentically in your native language.
- Follow direction from the production team during filming.
- Arrive prepared and available for the scheduled shoot.
- Maintain a professional attitude throughout production.
Requirements
- Ages 18–30 or 50+.
- Native speaker of one of the following languages:
- Spanish
- Hindi
- Arabic
- Chinese
- German
- Japanese
- Russian
- Thai
- Vietnamese
- Bengali
- Khmer
- Available to film in New York City.
- Comfortable appearing on camera.
- Recent photos and basic contact information may be requested during the application process.
Compensation
- Paid documentary video opportunity.
- Work on a professional production for a major technology brand.
- Gain valuable on-camera experience.
- Compensation details will be shared with selected candidates.
